Yaakov Hagoel
'Mutual responsibility': Israel recognizes Bondi casualties as victims of antisemitism
This state recognition 'expresses deep mutual responsibility and an unwavering commitment to fight antisemitism wherever it raises its head,' said WZO Chair Yaakov Hagoel
Jerusalem memorial ceremony for Bondi Beach terror victims in tandem with ceremony in Sydney
Herzog halts lone immigrant ceremony to condemn Sydney Hanukkah attack
WZO adopts new agreement with Perez as president, bringing extended negotiation saga to an end
WZO adopts new coalition agreement, Perez as president, Hagoel as chair
The agreement will see Mizrachi CEO Rabbi Doron Perez become the WZO president, a normally ceremonial role that would reportedly expand to engage in matters of budget and Diaspora relations.
World Mizrachi announces Zionist Congress coalition deal - Yesh Atid warns against joining
'World Mizrachi is deeply proud and grateful to be a significant part of the WZO’s leadership in this period where partnership, mutual trust and respect.'
Perez for WZO pres? WZC vote extended, but agreement renegotiated
World Mizrachi CEO Rabbi Doron Perez is poised to become the president of the World Zionist Organization, while incumbent World Likud head Yaakov Hagoel could be part of the chairman rotation.
WZC votes on deal without Yair Netanyahu, but right slates call for delay
If the vote proceeds, it would approve Perez as WZO chairman from November until April 30, 2028, and for Hagoel to resume his chairmanship from May 1, 2028.
Controversial Yair Netanyahu appt to WZO gives Hagoel opportunity to keep role at WZO
Renewed negotiations followed Wednesday's proposed deal for the positions in the National Institutions stall, after Culture Minister Miki Zohar advanced the appointment of Yair Netanyahu.
World Zionist Congress opens with tribute to October 7 victims, calls for unity
In the shadow of the October 7 attack, the 39th World Zionist Congress delegates to discuss Zionism’s future, address political tensions, and reaffirm the movement’s commitment to Israel’s survival.
Rabbi Doron Perez favored for Keren Hayesod head amid WZC coalition talks
World Mizrachi movement executive chairman Rabbi Doron Perez is favored for the head of Keren Hayesod amid World Zionist Congress coalition negotiation, complicated by World Likud internal dispute.
Likud factions clash over leadership, disrupting coalition talks for WZC positions
An internal rift between World Likud factions is delaying elections and disrupting coalition talks for key positions at the World Zionist Congress, with both sides accusing each other of obstruction.
WZO’s future in 2025: Relevance, resilience, and the Jewish people’s mission - interview
ZIONIST AFFAIRS: Verstandig sat down with Yaakov Hagoel, chairman of the WZO, to explore its vision, mission, and desired impact on the future of the Jewish people.
Israeli government recognizes Diaspora victims in historic resolution
The historic resolution, adopted on May 27, 2024, follows a call made in 2022 by Yaakov Hagoel, chairman of the World Zionist Organization.
